Job Description

The Alma Mater Society (AMS) is the University of British Columbia's (UBC) student society, and works to improve the academic, social and personal lives of the 56,000 UBC students at its Vancouver campus. The AMS also runs nine food and beverage outlets, a catering and conference operation, and the AMS Student Nest, providing on-campus employment opportunities and generating revenue that goes directly back into supporting the students at UBC.



JOB SUMMARY



Under the direction of the Assistant Services Manager, Tutoring Coordinator and Assistant Tutoring Coordinator, Senior AMS Tutors uphold the mandate of AMS Tutoring by supervising group tutoring sessions and supporting students' academic success.



ORGANIZATIONAL STATUS



Senior AMS Tutors work alongside Group Tutors in cooperation with AMS Tutoring and its partners, including the Chapman Learning Commons, Beyond Tomorrow Scholars Program (BTSP), World University Service of Canada (WUSC), and Undergraduate Societies. AMS Tutors are also hired to conduct 1-on-1 appointment tutoring with students through the Nimbus tutoring app. Senior AMS Tutors report directly to Assistant Tutoring Coordinator and Tutoring Coordinator.



COURSES TUTORED (Group tutoring)



Biology (BIOL) 111, 112, 121, 200, 201, 234 Chemistry (CHEM) 100, 111, 121(120), 123(130), 154, 205, 233 Computer Science (CPSC) 103, 110, 121 Economics (ECON) 101, 102 Mathematics (MATH) 100 (102, 104, 120, 180, 184), 101 (103, 105, 121), 110, 152, 200, 215, 220, 221, 253, 255, 256 Psychology (PSYC) 101, 102, 217, 218

*Any upper year level quantitative methods course or subject specific statistics courses will be considered as an asset (e.g. BIOL 300, POLI 380, ECON 325/326, etc.)



COURSES TUTORED (Appointment tutoring)



Courses from any faculty and year-level.

WORK PERFORMED - BASIC DUTIES AND EXPECTATIONS



1. Tutoring



a. Provide tutoring to UBC students seeking academic assistance.



i. Ability to thoroughly and clearly explain concepts to students in field of specialty in a calm and respectful manner.



b. Be familiar with the tutoring and learning support services available in the Irving K. Barber Learning Centre and across UBC Campus, including the Chapman Learning Commons Help Desk, Writing Centre, Math Learning Centre, and faculty-based tutoring programs,?and refer users accordingly.



2. Communication



a. Correspond with the Tutoring Coordinator / Assistant Tutoring Coordinator, and supervised group tutors. Act as a liaison between the two parties when necessary.



b. Respond to Slack messages/emails in a timely fashion.



c. Report any incidents during tutoring sessions to the Tutoring Coordinator and Assistant Tutoring Coordinator as soon as possible.



d. Help promote AMS Tutoring to the student body.



3. Data Collection



a. Ensure that students sign in and out of all AMS Tutoring sessions.



4. Session Supervision



a. Supervise a tutoring location by maintaining a friendly and proactive environment while handling concerns raised by students.



b. Establish positive and effective communication amongst all team members.



c. Ensure that the group tutoring sessions are equipped with proper materials for tutors to operate and that signage is present throughout the session.



i. Must ensure that all signs are returned to AMS Services upon conclusion of tutoring sessions.



ON-GOING DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITIES



Leadership and interpersonal skills gained through working with a diverse group of students. Development in areas including time management, written and verbal communication, and other relevant tutoring skills. Ongoing tutor training with continual improvement throughout the academic year. Opportunities to network with various staff members and services of the AMS. Opportunity to lead a team in a professional workplace and build on leadership experience.

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS



Must currently be a registered UBC student with a minimum 80% in the course(s) they wish to tutor. Concessions can be made for students hovering between 75-80% in a course based on interview performance. A university transcript must be submitted alongside a resume and cover letter (an informal transcript from the Student Service Centre or Workday will be accepted). Previous tutoring experience is an asset. Proficiency in multiple languages is an asset. Be an enthusiastic team player with a strong work ethic and have a growth mindset. Strong leadership, organizational, and conflict management skills are an asset. Able to work independently with little supervision. Understanding and patience when working with others. Must be available in-person for AMS Tutoring Training on August 21 and 22, 2025.

TERM OF APPOINTMENT



August 2025 - December 2025, with the possibility for extension.



REMUNERATION



Senior Group Tutors will earn an hourly wage of $19.41. AMS Appointment Tutors will earn an hourly wage of $27.95.



Senior tutors are expected to work at least 6 hours per week, with additional hours dependent on AMS Tutoring's scheduling needs. Senior tutors will be paid $18.56 for time devoted to staff meetings and trainings, and $27.95 for time devoted to review sessions. Weekly hours for appointment tutoring vary depending on demand. Group tutoring sessions will run between 4:00pm - 7:00pm, Monday to Thursday, with different subjects each day.



APPLICATION QUESTIONS TO RESPOND TO IN YOUR COVER LETTER



AMS Tutoring is an academic support service offered by the UBC Alma Mater Society, the student society of UBC Vancouver representing all students at UBC's Vancouver campus and the affiliated colleges. Aimed at promoting high-quality student learning, AMS Tutoring helps with the transition from high school to university by offering paid appointment and free peer tutoring services that guide students to becoming better and more independent learners. The peer tutors teach specific subject areas, catering to courses that are offered at first- and second-year levels.



We do not require you to answer all the questions, so if you do not have a relevant response, write 'N/A'. If you have any questions regarding the cover letter application questions, please email tutoring@ams.ubc.ca or tutoringassistant@ams.ubc.ca with your question. Please note, however, that we will not answer specific questions about your application's status. Please write your cover letter in point form when answering the application questions.



1. What is your year of study in the 2025-2026 school year?



2. Which courses would you be able to tutor? (Please list all courses that you are comfortable tutoring from the courses tutored section above)



3. If there are any other courses you feel comfortable tutoring, please list them below. (OPTIONAL)



4. Are you interested in appointment tutoring alongside group tutoring? (Only answer "Yes" or "No")



5. Why are you interested in becoming a Senior AMS Tutor?



6. Would you be able to work 6 hours a week in the next school semester? (Only answer "Yes" or "No")



7. Would you be available IN-PERSON for mandatory tutoring training on August 21 and 22, 2025? (Only answer "Yes" or "No")



8. Appointment tutoring specifically is a demand-based service. This means your hours will solely depend on whether students need tutoring. Your hours could vary from 6-10 hours a week to none. Are?you understanding of this and are you okay with taking this position given the unpredictability of the schedule? (Only answer with "Yes", "No", or "Not Interested in Appointment Tutoring")

Application Deadline:

11:59pm June 30, 2025.

To Apply:

Please submit your resume, cover letter and transcript.



At the AMS, we believe that a diverse workforce enriches our organization and we value individual life experiences, knowledge and self-expression that different people bring. We actively seek to create an environment where all employees, regardless of their background, race, ethnicity, gender, age, sexual orientation, disability, or any other characteristics, feel valued, respected, and empowered to contribute their best.



We warmly welcome and encourage individuals from any underrepresented group to apply for this position. We are dedicated to maintaining fair and inclusive practices in our hiring, promotion, and professional development processes to create the necessary conditions for a rewarding career.

Due to the large volume of resumes we receive at the AMS, we are only able to contact those we are interested in interviewing and cannot reply to email/phone/walk-in inquiries regarding application status.